Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of serotonin receptor modulators. Its structure supports the development of compounds targeting neurological disorders, including depression and anxiety. The presence of indole and benzylamino groups enhances binding affinity to central nervous system targets. Also employed in the preparation of peptidomimetic drugs due to its ability to mimic natural amino acid motifs. Commonly utilized in medicinal chemistry for optimizing bioavailability and metabolic stability in lead compounds.