Amanda Spivak

About

Amanda Spivak is an Associate Professor at the University of Georgia. Her research focuses on the dynamics of salt marsh ecosystems, including nitrogen cycling, carbon storage, and the impacts of sediment dynamics on coastal habitats. Recent publications highlight her work on porewater methane concentrations, microbial responses in salt marsh soils, and the effects of tidal connectivity restoration. She is actively involved in advancing blue carbon research and policy through initiatives like The Coastal Carbon Library and Atlas.