This compound is utilized in pharmacological research for studying mechanisms related to the central nervous system, particularly in developing drugs that affect the GABAergic system, which is involved in regulating neural signaling and psychiatric conditions. Additionally, it is investigated for use in anti-epileptic drugs or treatments for other neurological disorders due to its potential to modulate neurotransmitter function in the brain. Its structural similarity to GABA analogs makes it valuable in medicinal chemistry for neurological therapies.