Oleg is a Ukrainian citizen. For the budget conscious, purchase food at farmer's markets and grocery stores. Public libraries in Ukraine are free, hours of operation vary, but usually from 8-9 am.
Local offices are in major Ukrainian cities.
Oleg is willing to serve as a contact for other Cornell researchers. Call IES for his current address and phone. Can provide contacts for anyone conducting research in Lviv. Computers, video and fax services are not readily available as well as Internet access and may be expensive. As soon as you arrive, you should ask your local friends for medical contacts and contact a doctor yourself so that in case of an emergency you can rely on somebody.