Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of biologically active compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and anti-inflammatory agents. Shows potential in the design of central nervous system (CNS) targeting drugs due to its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier. Also employed in the preparation of fluorescent probes for biochemical assays, leveraging its aromatic structure for signal detection. Investigated for antitumor activity in preclinical studies, where it modulates specific signaling pathways in cancer cells. Its amide and amine functional groups allow for easy derivatization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.