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Irma Moilanen

Irma Moilanen

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Social Sciences and Humanities
Finland
2026

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Social Sciences and Humanities

D-Index
82
Citations
20589
World Ranking
338
National Ranking
4

Medicine

D-Index
83
Citations
20755
World Ranking
15786
National Ranking
180

Research.com Recognitions

  • 2026 - Research.com Social Sciences and Humanities in Finland Leader Award
  • 2025 - Research.com Social Sciences and Humanities in Finland Leader Award

Overview

Irma Moilanen is affiliated with the University of Oulu in Finland and focuses research efforts primarily on topics related to neuroscience, psychology, and medicine. Their work spans subfields such as cognitive neuroscience, clinical psychology, psychiatry and mental health, education, and genetics. The main research themes explored by Moilanen include autism spectrum disorder research, child nutrition and feeding issues, family and disability support, child development with an emphasis on digital technology, genetics related to neurodevelopmental disorders, child and adolescent psychosocial and emotional development, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Moilanen's recent publications demonstrate a concentration on autism spectrum disorders and associated diagnostic and support services, as well as genetic and developmental aspects of neurobehavioral conditions. Some of the noteworthy papers include:

  • The link between attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms and obesity-related traits: genetic and prenatal explanations (2021, Translational Psychiatry)
  • Real-World Experiences in Autistic Adult Diagnostic Services and Post-diagnostic Support and Alignment with Services Guidelines: Results from the ASDEU Study (2021, Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders)
  • Intervention Services for Autistic Adults: An ASDEU Study of Autistic Adults, Carers, and Professionals' Experiences (2021, Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders)
  • Co-activation pattern alterations in autism spectrum disorder-A volume-wise hierarchical clustering fMRI study (2021, Brain and Behavior)
  • Determinants of satisfaction with the detection process of autism in Europe: Results from the ASDEU study (2022, Autism)

Frequent coauthors collaborating with Moilanen include:

  • Hanna Ebeling
  • Anneli Yliherva
  • María Luisa Scattoni
  • Luise Poustka
  • Quentin Guillon

Moilanen's publications have appeared in several venues known for clinical and behavioral research, including:

  • Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders
  • Translational Psychiatry
  • Brain and Behavior
  • Autism
  • Frontiers in Psychiatry

Their research contributions reflect an interdisciplinary approach combining genetics, neuroimaging, clinical observation, and psychosocial factors to understand neurodevelopmental conditions and inform support and intervention strategies. The focus on autism spectrum disorders and related psychiatric and developmental challenges positions Moilanen's work within both basic and applied scientific contexts aimed at improving diagnostic and therapeutic frameworks.

Best Publications

  • Maternal lifestyle factors in pregnancy risk of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and associated behaviors: Review of the current evidence

    Karen Markussen Linnet;Søren Dalsgaard;Carsten Obel;Kirsten Wisborg

  • A genome-wide linkage and association scan reveals novel loci for autism

    Lauren A. Weiss;Lauren A. Weiss;Dan E. Arking;Mark J. Daly;Mark J. Daly;Aravinda Chakravarti

  • Bullying and psychiatric symptoms among elementary school-age children

    Kirsti Kumpulainen;Eila Räsänen;Irmeli Henttonen;Fredrik Almqvist

  • What Is the Early Adulthood Outcome of Boys Who Bully or Are Bullied in Childhood? The Finnish “From a Boy to a Man” Study

    Andre Sourander;Peter Jensen;John A. Rönning;Solja Niemelä

  • Social anxiety in high-functioning children and adolescents with autism and Asperger syndrome.

    Sanna Kuusikko;Rachel Pollock-Wurman;Katja Jussila;Alice S. Carter

  • Comorbid Psychiatric Disorders Associated with Asperger Syndrome/High-functioning Autism: A Community- and Clinic-based Study

    Marja-Leena Mattila;Tuula Hurtig;Helena Haapsamo;Katja Jussila

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders According to DSM-IV-TR and Comparison With DSM-5 Draft Criteria: An Epidemiological Study

    Marja-Leena Mattila;Marko Kielinen;Sirkka-Liisa Linna;Katja Jussila

  • Alterations in regional homogeneity of resting-state brain activity in autism spectrum disorders.

    Jyri-Johan Paakki;Jukka Rahko;Xiangyu Long;Irma Moilanen

  • Functional segmentation of the brain cortex using high model order group-PICA.

    VJ Kiviniemi;T Starck;J Remes;X Long

  • Behavioural changes in children following day-case surgery: a 4-week follow-up of 551 children

    L. H. Kotiniemi;P. T. Ryhänen;I. K. Moilanen

  • Maternal adiposity prior to pregnancy is associated with ADHD symptoms in offspring: evidence from three prospective pregnancy cohorts

    Alina Rodriguez;J. Miettunen;T. B. Henriksen;J. Olsen;J. Olsen

  • Emotion recognition in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders.

    Sanna Kuusikko;Helena Haapsamo;Eira Jansson-Verkasalo;Tuula Hurtig

  • Childhood bullying as a risk for later depression and suicidal ideation among Finnish males.

    Anat Brunstein Klomek;Andre Sourander;Andre Sourander;Kirsti Kumpulainen;Jorma Piha

  • Enuresis in Seven‐Year‐Old Children

    M R Järvelin;L Vikeväinen-Tervonen;I Moilanen;N P Huttunen

  • Sleep problems of school-aged children: a complementary view.

    Ej J. Paavonen;Et T. Aronen;I. Moilanen;J. Piha

  • Associated Medical Disorders and Disabilities in Children with Autistic Disorder A Population-based Study

    Marko Kielinen;Heikki Rantala;Eija Timonen;Sirkka-Liisa Linna

  • Childhood Bullies and Victims and Their Risk of Criminality in Late Adolescence: The Finnish From a Boy to a Man Study

    Andre Sourander;Peter Jensen;John A. Rönning;Henrik Elonheimo

  • Childhood bullying behavior and later psychiatric hospital and psychopharmacologic treatment: findings from the Finnish 1981 birth cohort study

    Andre Sourander;John Ronning;Anat Brunstein-Klomek;David Gyllenberg

  • Prevalence and Psychiatric Comorbidity of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in an Adolescent Finnish Population

    Susan L. Smalley;James J. McGOUGH;Irma K. Moilanen;Sandra K. Loo

  • Childhood Predictors of Male Criminality: A Prospective Population-Based Follow-up Study from Age 8 to Late Adolescence.

    Andre Sourander;Henrik Elonheimo;Solja Niemela;Ari-Matti Nuutila

Frequent Co-Authors

Hanna Ebeling
Hanna Ebeling Oulu University Hospital
Anja Taanila
Anja Taanila University of Oulu
Jouko Miettunen
Jouko Miettunen Oulu University Hospital
Marjo-Riitta Järvelin
Marjo-Riitta Järvelin Imperial College London
Andre Sourander
Andre Sourander University of Turku
Vesa Kiviniemi
Vesa Kiviniemi Oulu University Hospital
Graham K. Murray
Graham K. Murray University of Cambridge
Peter Jones
Peter Jones University of Cambridge
Hans Helenius
Hans Helenius University of Turku
Kaija Puura
Kaija Puura Tampere University

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