This compound is primarily used in biochemical research, particularly in the study of peptide synthesis and modification. It serves as a protected serine derivative, where the benzyl (Bz) group protects the amino functionality, and the methyl ester (Ome) protects the carboxyl group. The 3-phenyl (3-Ph) modification on the serine side chain allows researchers to investigate the effects of steric and electronic changes on peptide structure and function. It is often employed in the development of peptide-based drugs, enzyme inhibitors, and as a building block in the synthesis of complex peptides for biological studies. Additionally, it can be used to explore the role of serine in protein interactions and signaling pathways.