Corey O’Connor, research associate, University of

Corey O’Connor, research associate, University of Pittsburgh, affixes a mask to Lance Cpl. Courtney E. Milton, light armored vehicle crewman, LAV Platoon, Ground Combat Element Integrated Task Force, before a post-assessment physical evaluation at the University of Pittsburgh Human Performance Center, May 27. Researchers were looking for any possible changes since the last evaluation of ITF Marines. From October 2014 to July 2015, the GCEITF conducted individual and collective level skills training in designated ground combat arms occupational specialties in order to facilitate the standards-based assessment of the physical performance of Marines in a simulated operating environment performing specific ground combat arms tasks. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Paul S. Martinez/Released)