Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its structure supports the development of bioactive molecules due to the presence of a rigid nitrogen-containing ring system. Commonly employed in the synthesis of alkaloid analogs and as a building block for complex heterocyclic compounds. Also finds use in research settings for catalysis and chiral ligand development, especially in asymmetric synthesis. The mixture of cis and trans isomers allows for exploration of stereochemical effects in drug design and molecular modeling.