Microwave-Assisted Synthesis of Polypyrrole and Potential Applications

Microwave-Assisted Synthesis of Polypyrrole and Potential Applications

D. Mahanta, K.K. Mudoi, S. Saikia

Polypyrrole is a widely studied conducting polymer known for its easy synthetic routes, high environmental stability, high conductivity, a wide range of applications, etc. Owing to such versatility, Polypyrrole has attracted the attention of various researchers for a long time. The synthesis procedures of Polypyrrole have also improved over time. With the recent advancements in microwave-assisted synthesis, researchers are now exploring its application in the field of Polypyrrole synthesis. This book chapter focuses on the basics of microwave-assisted synthesis, the application of microwave in the synthesis of Polypyrrole, its advantages and limitations over other conventional methods, and potential opportunities in various fields.

Keywords
Conducting Polymer, Microwave Irradiation, Polymerization Reaction, Energy Storage Application, Energy, Sensor Application, Biomedicine

Published online 4/5/2026, 31 pages

Citation: D. Mahanta, K.K. Mudoi, S. Saikia, Microwave-Assisted Synthesis of Polypyrrole and Potential Applications, Materials Research Foundations, Vol. 189, pp 103-133, 2026

DOI: https://doi.org/10.21741/9781644904039-4

Part of the book on Microwave-Assisted Synthesis

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