Used in research to study dopamine transporter (DAT) function and its role in neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Acts as a selective inhibitor of dopamine reuptake, making it valuable for investigating dopaminergic signaling pathways. Also employed in behavioral studies to assess the impact of enhanced dopamine levels on cognition, motivation, and reward mechanisms. Not used clinically; primarily a tool compound in neuroscience research.