Contrary to rumours that the channel were looking to cancel the superhero show, Syfy has renewed Alphas for a second season.

“Alphas’ smart, innovative approach to a superhero franchise has clearly caught on with our audience,” Syfy President Mark Stern said, according to TVLine. “From the first-rate writing to the outstanding cast led by David Strathairn, we’re very proud of what was achieved in its first season and look forward to seeing this series fulfill even more of its creative potential in a second season.”

The new season of 13 episodes will air in 2012, with former Star Trek: Deep Space Nine showrunner Ira Steven Behr remaining in charge.