Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors. Shows potential in studies related to neurodegenerative diseases due to its structural similarity to natural alkaloids. Also employed in the design of novel anticancer agents, where it acts as a scaffold for building molecules with selective cytotoxicity. Its rigid polycyclic structure makes it valuable in medicinal chemistry for enhancing binding affinity and metabolic stability.