Pardaxin TFA salt is primarily used in research settings for its antimicrobial and anticancer properties. It exhibits strong activity against a range of bacteria, including drug-resistant strains, making it a candidate for developing new antibiotics. Its ability to disrupt cell membranes is also leveraged in studies on ion channel formation and membrane dynamics. In oncology research, Pardaxin TFA salt shows promise in inducing apoptosis in cancer cells, particularly in melanoma and leukemia models. Additionally, it is used as a tool in neuroscience to stimulate neurotransmitter release due to its neuroexcitatory effects. Its surfactant-like properties have also been explored in bioinspired material science for designing membrane-active compounds.