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We discuss the prospects for solving these problems using mesoporous silica nanocontainers (MSNs) prepared by the sol–gel method. We are focused on the new concept of encapsulation of amphiphilic functional compounds which have been developed by us earlier. It is based on the using ofassociates (micelles or vesicles) of these substances (instead of similar associates of “inert” surfactants) as templates in MSNs synthesis. This allows us to combine the stages of the MSNs synthesis and their loading with such functional substances and to provide their very high content in the particles. The benefits of this approach are demonstrated using a wide range of amphiphilic compounds, including antiseptics, an anticancer drug and corrosion inhibitors.