Novum

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Novum (Latin for new thing) is a term used by science fiction scholar Darko Suvin and others to describe the scientifically plausible innovations used by science fiction narratives.[1]

Frequently used science fictional nova include aliens, time travel, the technological singularity, artificial intelligence, and psychic powers.[2]

  1. ^ "Novum". Historical Dictionary of Science Fiction. 2 January 2021. Retrieved 22 July 2023.
  2. ^ Broderick, Damien (14 March 2022). "Novum". In Clute, John; Langford, David (eds.). The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction (4th ed.). Retrieved 22 July 2023.