Key TrkA kinase domain sites.A, TrkA kinase domain (PDB 4GT5) crystal structure with regions of importance for kinase activation indicated. Inset shows T-stacking interaction between the gatekeeper residue F592 and F672 of the DFG motif. B, schematic representation of the N-lobe and C-lobe shifts, repositioning of the α-C helix, DFG motif, and activation loop, as well as engagement of ATP and phosphorylation of activation loop tyrosine residues between the active and inactive TrkA kinase domains. Trk, tropomyosin receptor kinase.