An antimicrobial is an agent that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms. The microbial agent may be a chemical compounds and physical agents. These agents interfere with the growth and reproduction of causative organisms like bacteria, fungi, parasites, virus etc. The journal of Antimicrobial Agents stocks up information about antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, Anti protozoal, anti-algal agents and their methods of detection, different therapies and advanced treatments to overcome diseases.