 Lithium metal anodes have long been considered as promising materials for energy storage applications due to their high theoretical capacity and low redox potential. Despite their potential, however, lithium metal anodes have not yet been widely adopted due to safety concerns such as dendritic growth, corrosion, and volume expansion. Recent advances in understanding the mechanisms behind these failures have led to new strategies to mitigate them, such as coating with protective layers or using alternative electrolyte solutions. These strategies have shown promise in improving the performance of lithium metal anodes, but further research is needed to fully realize the potential of this technology. This article was authored by Qingyu Wang, Bin Lu, Yuan Hao Shen, and others.