Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for cancer treatment. Its aldehyde and ether functional groups allow for selective derivatization, making it valuable in constructing complex heterocyclic systems. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to its ability to enhance binding affinity and metabolic stability in drug candidates. Also utilized in fragment-based drug discovery to build potent and selective bioactive molecules targeting neurological and oncological pathways.