Used as a photoswitchable ligand in medicinal chemistry and chemical biology, particularly in the development of light-controlled drugs and probes. Its ability to undergo reversible E-Z isomerization upon light exposure allows precise spatiotemporal control over biological activity. Commonly applied in optopharmacology to modulate protein-ligand interactions with high temporal and spatial resolution. Also employed in supramolecular chemistry for designing light-responsive materials and molecular machines. Shows potential in targeted therapies where activation can be localized using light, reducing off-target effects.