Used in research as a precursor for synthesizing bioactive compounds, particularly in the development of potential anticancer and antimicrobial agents. It serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry due to its structural similarity to alkaloids and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles with biological activity. Also investigated for its role in forming fluorescent probes and dyes, useful in biochemical imaging and detection. Its planar, conjugated structure makes it suitable for studies in materials science, especially in organic electronics and sensor technologies.