Have a function and want to load mat file one time

I have a function that is called within a loop. Is there a way to load the mat file with a bunch of data in it one time or do I need to load everytime the function is called?

Answer 1

[Sean de Wolski]

In newer versions, you could use the matfile class. Then you should be able to load only the parts you need when you need them. If the function is being re-called each time, you could store the object as a persistent or global variable so that it sticks around, or you could just recreate it on each iteration. I would guess recreating it is a good option.

doc matfile
doc persistent