Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antimalarial and anticancer agents. Its structure supports the creation of complex heterocyclic compounds that interact with biological targets such as enzymes and receptors. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for building quinoline-based drug candidates. Also utilized in research for designing fluorescent probes due to its favorable photophysical properties. Plays a role in the preparation of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules in drug discovery programs.