Used as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of conjugated ligands for metal-organic frameworks and coordination polymers. Its bipyridine core enables strong chelation with transition metals, making it valuable in catalysis, especially in reactions like Suzuki and Heck couplings. Also employed in the development of luminescent materials and sensors due to its ability to enhance electronic communication in π-conjugated systems. Commonly found in research related to photovoltaic devices and molecular electronics where extended aromatic structures improve charge transport properties.