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Biological Basis of the Code

The provided code is a computational model of a voltage-gated sodium channel, specifically aimed at capturing the dynamics of the persistent sodium current often denoted as (I_{NaP}) in neuronal models. This current is a subthreshold sodium current, distinct from the transient sodium currents that are responsible for the rapid depolarization phase of the action potential.

Key Biological Components

Biophysical Parameters

Empirical Basis

By integrating these biological principles, the model serves as a powerful tool for simulating neuronal behavior and understanding how persistent sodium currents contribute to neuronal excitability and dynamics.