India, May 13 -- HT's Gargi Shukla reached out to Susan Elias to discuss her appointment. Edited excerpts: I definitely feel excited to head such a premier institution, but I do not necessarily believe that my gender played a major role in the selection process. I was asked several questions related to research, artificial intelligence (AI), and technology, which made it clear to me that the institution was looking for someone with a strong academic and technological background, irrespective of gender. They would have selected anyone who best matched those requirements. The admission season will begin soon, so my immediate priority is to understand the process as thoroughly as possible and become familiar with the responsibilities that come...