Used as a nanoscale building block in hybrid materials, enhancing thermal stability, reducing water absorption, and improving mechanical strength and flexibility in polymers, resins, and composites. Commonly applied in coatings, films, and thin films to improve scratch resistance, surface smoothness, and overall durability. Acts as a crosslinker in silicone formulations for medical devices and optical materials. Enables formation of low-dielectric-constant materials in microelectronics. Explored in controlled drug delivery systems due to its biocompatible, tunable nanostructure that can encapsulate drug molecules for slow release. Also used in cosmetic products to enhance penetration of active ingredients into the skin.