In the context of cell fate decisions, Carm1 (Prmt4) is of particular interest as it is crucial for early embryo development, muscle regeneration, adipogenesis, and cancer (Kawabe et al., 2012; Kim et al., 2010; Li et al., 2013; Torres-Padilla et al., 2007; Yadav et al., 2008). This evidence concerns the gene CARM1 and cancer.