Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors, particularly for targeted cancer therapies. Its structure supports the development of compounds with high selectivity toward specific signaling pathways involved in tumor growth. Also explored in the design of anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective agents due to its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier and modulate enzyme activity. Commonly found in research settings for optimizing drug candidates with improved metabolic stability and binding affinity.