sentences:  The fundamental details of the machine were published in von Neumann's book "Theory of Self-Reproducing Automata", completed in 1966 by Arthur W. Burks after von Neumann's death.While typically not as well-known as von Neumann's other work, it is regarded as foundational for automata theory, complex systems, and artificial life.Indeed, Nobel Laureate Sydney Brenner considered Von Neumann's work on self-reproducing automata (together with Turing's work on computing machines) central to biological theory as well, allowing us to "discipline our thoughts about machines, both natural and artificial."