Dorsomorphin is widely used in biomedical research as a selective inhibitor of the BMP (bone morphogenetic protein) signaling pathway. It is particularly valuable in studies focused on understanding cellular differentiation, especially in the context of bone and cartilage formation. Researchers utilize it to investigate the role of BMP signaling in various diseases, including fibrosis and cancer. Additionally, it is employed in stem cell research to control the differentiation of pluripotent stem cells into specific lineages. Dorsomorphin also finds application in metabolic studies, where it is used to explore its effects on AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) activity, which is crucial for energy homeostasis. Its ability to modulate these pathways makes it a key tool in drug discovery and developmental biology research.