Permafrost Slump-VR Arctic (IMAGE) National Geographic Society Caption Viewing a permafrost thaw slump in virtual reality (VR) on Qikiqtaruk – Herschel Island in the Canadian Arctic. "This VR experience brings to life the spectacular setting of Qikiqtaruk and demonstrates the colossal impacts of climate change in a rapidly warming north,” said Aurora Research Institute Outreach Coordinator Annika Trimble. (credit: Qikiqtaruk: Arctic at Risk) Credit Qikiqtaruk: Arctic at Risk Usage Restrictions Photo cannot be edited or altered without prior approval. Note attribution and credit accordingly. License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.