1,3,5-Tri-O-benzoyl-alpha-D-ribofuranose is a chemically modified form of ribose, featuring three benzoyloxy groups attached to the 1, 3, and 5 positions of the ribofuranose structure. This modification enhances its solubility and stability, making it useful in various synthetic applications in organic chemistry and biochemistry. As a protected derivative of ribose, it serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of nucleosides and nucleotides, critical components of RNA and DNA. Its unique properties make 1,3,5-tri-O-benzoyl-alpha-D-ribofuranose valuable for researchers seeking to develop novel therapeutic agents and materials in nucleotide chemistry.