Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents. Its structure supports the formation of bioactive molecules due to the presence of a functionalized azabicyclic core. Commonly employed in the preparation of selective receptor modulators, including those targeting neurological disorders. The carboxylic acid group allows for easy derivatization, enabling coupling reactions to form amides or esters in drug design. Also utilized in medicinal chemistry research for building structurally complex, constrained analogs to improve metabolic stability and target selectivity.