Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of protease inhibitors and other bioactive molecules. Its structure supports the construction of complex organic frameworks, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for drug discovery. Commonly employed in research settings to build chiral molecules with high stereochemical control. Also utilized in the preparation of enzyme inhibitors due to its ability to mimic peptide motifs, aiding in the design of targeted therapies for diseases such as viral infections and cancer.