An example method of manufacturing a semiconductor device. A first wafer may be provided that includes a first layer that contains quantum dots. A second wafer may be provided that includes a buried dielectric layer and a second layer on the buried dielectric layer. An interface layer may be formed on at least one of the first layer and the second layer, where the interface layer may be an insulator, a transparent electrical conductor, or a polymer. The first wafer may be bonded to the second wafer by way of the interface layer.