To achieve the clinical potential of neural stem cells (NSCs), it is crucial to activate NSC differentiation into neurons and simultaneously monitor the process of NSC differentiation. However, there are many challenges associated with regulating and tracking NSC differentiation. : We developed a redox-responsive multifunctional nanocomplex with a disulfide bond-cvNC-for the delivery of siRNAs to induce NSC differentiation through sequence-specific RNA interference (RNAi) and real-time imaging of sequential mRNA expression during differentiation. The stability and specificity of cvNCs were studied . Controlled release of siRNA, gene silencing efficiency, as well as real-time imaging of cvNCs on and mRNAs during NSC differentiation were evaluated. : The introduction of a redox-sensitive disulfide bond not only ensures the remarkable performance of cvNC, such as high stability, controlled siRNA release, and enhanced gene silencing efficiency, but also effectively stimulates NSC differentiation into neurons. More importantly, the cvNC can track NSC differentiation in real-time by monitoring the sequential expression of mRNAs. : Our study indicates that cvNC can serve as a robust system for exploring NSCs differentiation process as well as other biological events in living cells.
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