Used in research as a potent adenosine receptor antagonist, particularly showing high affinity for the A2A adenosine receptor subtype. This compound is valuable in studies related to neurological disorders, including Parkinson’s disease, where modulation of adenosine receptors plays a key role in regulating motor function. It serves as a pharmacological tool to investigate signaling pathways involved in inflammation, cognition, and neuroprotection. Due to its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier, it is also employed in central nervous system drug development. Additionally, it has been explored in oncology research for its potential to enhance immune responses by blocking adenosine-mediated immunosuppression in the tumor microenvironment.