Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical agents, particularly in the development of centrally acting drugs. Its structure supports the creation of bioactive molecules with high selectivity for neurological targets. Commonly employed in the preparation of serotonin and dopamine receptor modulators. Valued in medicinal chemistry for enabling chiral control and improving metabolic stability in final drug compounds. Also utilized in the construction of peptidomimetics and other nitrogen-containing heterocycles for drug discovery programs.