Used in research to study Alzheimer's disease, particularly focusing on the aggregation and neurotoxicity of amyloid peptides. It helps in understanding the mechanisms of amyloid plaque formation, which is crucial for developing therapeutic strategies. The peptide is also employed in screening potential inhibitors of amyloid aggregation, aiding in the discovery of drugs that could prevent or slow down the progression of Alzheimer's. Additionally, it serves as a model in biochemical assays to explore the interactions between amyloid peptides and other biomolecules, providing insights into the pathological processes involved in neurodegenerative diseases.