Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in the development of cardiovascular drugs and kinase inhibitors. Shows potential in studies related to hypertension and heart failure due to its structural affinity with adrenergic receptor modulators. Also employed in the design of novel anti-inflammatory agents and central nervous system therapeutics owing to its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier. Commonly utilized in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to optimize drug candidates targeting neurological disorders.