"Science Hero" is a term coined by Alan Moore, specifically in his work for America's Best Comics.
History
The term "Science Hero" is traditionally used with the same meaning as "Superhero," although it specifically denotes one with a Science-Fiction origin; it is also used for certain magic-based heroes, but only within the ABC Universe. Some Science Heroes include:
Trivia
- In The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, also written by Alan Moore, the character Captain Nemo was referred to as "the science pirate".