Used as a key chiral intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the production of antimalarial drugs effective against Plasmodium parasites due to its quinuclidine scaffold resembling natural cinchona alkaloids. Its specific (1S,2S,5S) stereochemistry is valuable for developing enantiomerically pure medications. Additionally, it serves as a precursor for ligands in asymmetric catalysis, enhancing the stereoselectivity and efficiency of organic reactions. The vinyl and hydroxymethyl groups enable versatile functionalization, supporting applications in medicinal chemistry for antiviral agents, anti-inflammatory compounds, and ongoing research into neurological disorder treatments.