Used in pharmaceutical research as an intermediate in the synthesis of bioactive molecules, particularly in the development of enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators. Its structural features make it suitable for probing interactions in biological systems, especially in studies related to metabolic stability and binding affinity. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for optimizing lead compounds due to its ability to enhance pharmacokinetic properties. Also utilized in the preparation of protease inhibitors and other therapeutic agents targeting neurological and inflammatory conditions.