Used in research to inhibit the VPS34 kinase, a key enzyme involved in autophagy and vesicular trafficking. It helps scientists study the role of autophagy in cellular processes such as cancer, neurodegeneration, and infection. By selectively blocking VPS34 activity, this compound allows for the investigation of autophagy-dependent survival mechanisms and supports the development of potential therapeutic strategies targeting autophagy pathways. Commonly applied in cell-based assays and preclinical models to assess pathway modulation and cellular responses.