Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of biologically active molecules targeting neurological and psychiatric disorders. Its chiral structure makes it valuable in constructing enantioselective drugs, especially in the production of pyrrolidine-based therapeutics. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for modifying peptide-like structures to enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability. Also utilized in the preparation of protease inhibitors and receptor modulators due to its ability to mimic amino acid motifs while resisting enzymatic degradation.